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Cactus Wren Nest Orientation

Category: Religion & Spirituality
Duration: 00:01:32
Publish Date: 2024-04-25 07:00:00
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Cactus Wrens, which may nest several times between March and September, carefully orient their nests in tune with the season. These bulky twig structures have a side entrance that curves toward the inner chamber. When building a nest for the hot months, the wren faces the opening to receive the afternoon breeze. By contrast, a Cactus Wren building a nest in early March orients the entrance away from the cold winds of that season, keeping the chicks snug and warm.

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